Mountain hikes Viergipfelrunde von Rettenschöss

Rettenbach / Chiemgauer Alpen
Difficulty ratings: medium
Route length: 15.5 km
Duration: 6:00 h

A hike over four peaks with breathtaking views (trails n°: 42, 55b, 47a).

Tour information

  • Requirement: medium
  • Length: 15.5 km
  • Duration: 6:00 h
  • Elevation uphill:820 hm
  • Elevation downhill:820 hm
Highest point1,454 m

Starting point

Rettenschöss centre

Finishing point

Rettenschöss centre
  • Fitness level 5 / 6
  • Technique 4 / 6

Features

  • Circular route

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Trail condition

Path, gravel, trail

Equipment

Breathable outdoor clothing suitable for the weather, sturdy footwear, food (snacks, drinks),
sun protection (sunglasses, sun cream & cap), rain protection, cash; guest card if using the bus
Source: Kitzbüheler Alpen - St. Johann in Tirol

Description

Start in the centre of the village of Rettenschöss. From there, head towards Walchsee to the Staudinger Grotte junction on the left after the bridge. The path leads to an asphalt road, after the car park Kitzbichl keep right and after about 200m follow the hiking trail to the Brennkopf. From Brennkopf, head north to the summit of the Wandberg, where the Wandberghütte (managed) and the Burgeralm (managed) are nearby. Continue downhill via the Rettenbachalmen to the Karspitze. Continue down to the 4th peak of the Staudinger Kreuz. After the descent to the Gasthof Schöne Aussicht follow the municipal road and return over Flecken to the starting point.

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Getting here

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